The Meatrix

Sustainable Table® created The Meatrix ® to educate
people about factory farming. Sustainable Table cultivates a safe, healthy,
fair food system by educativng consumers about sustainable agriculture
and empowering them with tools to effect change. Today, many consumers
are switching to local, sustainable food-they're shopping smarter, eating
healthier and enjoying an abundance of fresh, locally grown products.
Sustainable Table champions this exciting movement by educating
consumers about the issues and ways to get involved. The issue pages and
guides we've provided below offer a wealth of information about the issues
highlighted in The Meatrix films.

Industrial Livestock Production - Also known as factory farms, industrial livestock operations produce the majority of US meat, eggs and dairy
products. Find out why they're awful.

Public Health - From antibiotic resistance to arsenic contamination, learn how industrial agriculture threatens public health.

Sustainable Agriculture

Local Food Systems - Robust local and regional food systems are a critical component of a sustainable food future - learn why.

Sustainable Agriculture: The Basics - Public policy can help build a sustainable food system - or further entrench industrial agriculture. Learn about the
policies that determine what we eat - and what you can do to improve them.

Food Policy & Economics

Food Economics - The production, consumption and distribution of food is closely tied to economic forces. Learn how subsidies, externalities and
corporate monopolies affect what we eat.

Food Policy & Regulation - In simplest terms, sustainable agriculture is the production of food, fiber, or other plant or animal products using farming
techniques that protect the environment, public health, human communities and animal welfare. Learn about the benefits of sustainable agriculture.

How to Guides

How To Understand Food Labels - We probably don't need to tell you that when it comes to deciphering labels at the grocery store, it can be a
confusing experience. Not to worry, we are here to help! Below you will find the most common labels on produce, beef, dairy and poultry in addition
to common terms used in food and agriculture. Take a look at this list before you head to the grocery store to pick up ingredients for tonight's
dinner!

Questions To Ask Your Farmer - Asking questions is the best way to ensure that you're purchasing sustainably raised, healthful foods and
supporting sustainable farmers. Here are some questions to get you started.

Real Food Right Now and How To Cook It - A series about seasonal ingredients from our blog, Ecocentric. Learn the history, sustainability issues
and nutrition of your favorite ingredients, and find recipes incorporating these seasonal ingredients.